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> I feel like the only way to get that nowadays at a reasonable price is to make one…

You be pleasantly surprised to learn that standalone music players are still a common thing in 2023.

https://www.zdnet.com/home-and-office/home-entertainment/bes...

I spent a lot of time looking at these a while back (early 23) and found that they all are a far worse value than a modded iPod, especially when you consider that iPod DACs are widely considered to be fantastic.

The only one worth considering in that list is the fiio and its $500. A used iPod is up to $50. How much can a m2, usb c adapter, new adapter, and Bluetooth card cost?

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